Joseph Charles Justman, 87, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, left us peacefully, at home in Holbrook, on June 6, 2025. Born June 20, 1937, in La Crosse, Wis., Joseph was a cherished partner to his wife, Barbara Justman, with whom he shared 68 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they raised five sons: Joe, Bill, Richard (Laurette), Ken (Reggie) and Ron (Cheryl), who carry forward his legacy. Joseph’s love also extended to his 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
His professional journey began in 1956, with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, where he dedicated five years of his life before transferring to the Arizona Department of Transportation in Holbrook, where he worked diligently for another 30 years until his retirement in 1992. After hanging up his work boots, Joseph found joy tinkering with computers and meticulously restoring old wind-up clocks; hobbies that illustrated his curious mind and love for craftsmanship.
Joseph is preceded in death by daughter, Dianne; mother, Lillian; and father, Roy; but he leaves behind a family who remembers him with great affection and gratitude.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 14, at the Holbrook Cemetery.
Owens Livingston Mortuary of Holbrook handled the arrangements.
